Anti-ageing News

Chewing gum may cause wrinkles

Chewing gum may cause wrinkles, warn some cosmetic surgeons.

Some just programmed to age fast

Scientists have discovered genetic variants that are associated with biological aging, a finding that could explain why some people seem to age faster than others.

SA: ageing population a challenge

South Africa recognises the difficulties created by its ageing population, a KPMG Survey released on Thursday has found.

Medical beauty gaining popularity

Medical beauty treatment sales are expected to be on the mend in the next few years, with more women opting for natural-looking touch-ups rather than going under the knife.

Anti-wrinkle bras, hot new undies

Bras that pump up or down with body temperature and smooth out ageing cleavages are among hot new undies to be unveiled at this month's Paris lingerie show, organisers said.

Sun, smoking, fat add years to face

Smoking, being overweight and not using sunscreen all take an additional toll on sun-damaged skin, a new study of twins shows.

Life expectancy in SA is 50 years

International comparisons show that the average South African will not live longer than 50 years, the South African Institute of Race Relations (SAIRR) said.

Hidden dangers of Vit A creams

New research shows that vitamin A plays a crucial role in energy production within cells, explaining why too much or too little has a complex negative effect on our bodies.

Nobel prize for key to ageing

Three researchers have won the Nobel Medicine Prize for identifying a key molecular switch in cellular ageing.

'Fountain of youth' found

The fountain of youth may exist after all, as a recent study showed that scientists have discovered means to extend the lifespan of mice and primates.

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